« on: September 03, 2009, 12:41:56 AM »
"...Betrayal by infidelity in a primary relationship is a common theme in couples counseling. The symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder are typically noticed, albeit often at a subclinical level, in the presentation of the offended partner. The obstacle to relational intimacy posed by the vivid reprocessing of the betrayal material is experienced by the offended partner as a severe life stressor and often is cited as the cause of the demise of an otherwise viable primary relationship.
Yet little is known about the efficacy of EMDR in resolving this issue (Whisman, 1999). If the infidelity is in the past and is unlikely to be repeated, conjoint counseling provides a context that could offer several benefits to the partners.
The traumatized partner could experience relief from the betrayal related trauma through the application of the EMDR protocol that could lead to a revival of trust as closeness and support from the offending partner is offered. The offending partner could gain understanding of his or her partner’s pain from experiencing the trauma resolution as an intimate witness to the EMDR protocol. This newfound awareness could lead to congruence for the offender and empathy toward the offended. These expected results could then lead to a deepening of intimacy between the partners and strengthen the resolve of both toward their respective commitment to the relationship..."
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